Summer Camp Update
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Summer/Youth Camps 2026
Info Accordions
Program Date: June 8–12, 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
Discover how a passion for food can turn into a career. This camp introduces students to culinary techniques, kitchen fundamentals, and the business of hospitality, while exploring career opportunities in restaurants, catering, and the food industry.
- Price: $50
- Eligible Applicants: Rising 10th–12th graders
- Contact: Alterius Moody, [email protected]
Application: Apply
Camp Coordinator
Altarius Moody
Dates of Camp
6/8/2026-6/12/2026
Age Range of Participants
15-18 years old
Program Date: June 15–20, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
The Business Accounting Summer Enrichment (BASE) Camp is an excellent opportunity for teens to discover and develop their business skills, with dynamic and immersive learning experiences in accounting and business management. The camp provides an exceptional platform for teenagers who are interested in the accounting field to learn valuable skills that can help them in their future careers. Participants will also have a chance to network with industry professionals, creating new opportunities for their future growth. The Accounting Summer Camp is the perfect way to gain an in-depth understanding of the accounting profession, develop essential skills and build a strong foundation for a successful career in finance. Give your teenager a learning experience they'll never forget and sign them up for the Accounting Summer Camp today!
- Price: $50
- Meals: Included
- Eligible Applicants: Rising 10th–12th graders
- Contact: Deborah DeBourg-Brown at [email protected]
Application: Apply
Camp Coordinator
Deborah DeBourg-Brown
Dates of Camp
6/15-6/19/2026
Age Range of Participants
14-18 years old
Program Dates: June 22–June 26, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
The Peggy Ward Financial Education Center (PWFEC) Wealth Management Camp (WMC) is a week-long, in-person program that introduces high school students to the fundamentals of wealth management and personal finance. Through interactive lessons, team challenges, and engaging activities, campers build financial knowledge and practical skills. Students will compete for team and individual prizes and will receive a camp t-shirt and certificate of completion.
- Price: Accounting camp free
- Eligible Applicants: Rising 8th–9th graders
Application: Apply
Camp Coordinator
Dr. Tiffany Murray
Dates of Camp
6/22/2026–6/26/2026
Age Range of Participants
Rising 9th graders to seniors
Day Camp or Residential
Day
Program Dates: July 27–July 31, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Unlock the future of real estate with this immersive week-long experience designed for the next generation of entrepreneurs, investors, developers and change-makers! Students will explore the exciting world of real estate through hands-on projects, interactive workshops, and engaging sessions led by industry professionals. From flipping houses and building wealth to understanding commercial real estate and community development, campers will walk away inspired and empowered with real-world knowledge and skills.
- Price: $50
- Meals: Included
- Eligible Applicants: Rising 11th and 12th Graders
- Contact: Michelle Arnold at [email protected]
Application: Apply
The Summer Immersion Experience in Biotech is a two-week residential camp for high school students to provide exposure in biotechnology, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship. There will be two sessions: June 14–26 and July 12–24. There will be 24 participants per session and a total of 48 participants in all.
Camp Coordinator
Dr. Carla Oldham
Dates of Camp
6/14/2026–6/26/2026
7/12/2026-7/24/2026
Age Range of Participants
15–18 years old age
Day Camp or Residential
Residential
Phenomenal U is a Girl Scout program for teenage girls that is hosted at a college or university each year. Phenomenal U is designed to give girls an authentic glimpse into college and campus life, and for many of the girls attending, this will be their first experience on a university campus. Phenomenal U is a fun, inspiring day where girls discover their potential, build confidence, and learn new skills through exciting sessions led by incredible facilitators.
Register Today
Register for Phenomenal U (4-18-2026).
Camp Coordinators
- Terrica Hay: [email protected], 919-432-6112
- Yolanda Tate: [email protected]
- Inshiriah Abdulillaha: [email protected]
- Cheyanne Wagoner: [email protected]
Dates of Camp
4/18/2026
Age Range of Participants
11–18 years old
Cost
$5 per participant
The Pre-College Access in AI project will provide 10 students from Graham High School (Alamance County) and Person High School (Roxboro County) with exposure to AI, college readiness, and personal development skills. This program largely takes place virtually, with sessions occurring once a week. The program also includes two day trips on June 12, 2026, and July 10, 2026.
Camp Coordinator
Dekendrick Murray
Dates of Camp
6/8/2026-7/15/2026
Age Range of Participants
14-17 years old
In collaboration with Durham's Hope for Kids, the NexGen Eagles Leadership Academy is an immersive two-week day camp at North Carolina Central University designed to help middle and high school students build confidence, leadership skills, and a passion for community impact. Through interactive workshops, team challenges, guest speakers, and college exposure, students explore leadership, civic engagement, and personal growth in a fun and supportive environment. The academy empowers young scholars to discover their potential and begin developing the skills needed to become future leaders in their schools, communities, and careers.
Camp Coordinator
Dekendrick Murray
Dates of Camp
6/15/2026-6/25/2026
Age Range of Participants
13-17 years old
Similar to NCCU’s Summer Immersion Experience in Biotech program, this camp will provide students with hands-on learning experiences in STEM-related fields, including exposure to biotechnology, career readiness, and interactions with professionals.
Unlike the residential program, this will be a day camp format, where students are dropped off and picked up daily. IAIER will partner with Leidos to deliver engaging activities, and program details are currently being finalized.
Camp Coordinator
Siobahn Grady
[email protected]
Dates of Camp
7/13/2026–7/17/2026
Age Range of Participants
11th–12th graders
Day Camp or Residential
Day
The Drone and Robotics Summer Camp is an exciting opportunity for high school students to dive into the world of robotics, drone technology, and cybersecurity. Participants will engage in hands-on activities, workshops, and team projects, gaining practical skills in building and programming drones and robots. The camp curriculum covers essential topics like drone operations, robotics engineering, cybersecurity for tech systems, and the basics of programming and automation. Designed by experienced professionals in the field, the camp ensures students receive high-quality instruction while exploring the future of technology in an interactive and engaging environment.
Camp Coordinator
Deanne Cranford-Wesley
[email protected]
919-530-5019
Dates of Camp
6/15/2026–6/19/2026, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Eligible Applicants
Rising 8th–9th graders
Price
Free
Meals
Included
Join us for this youth camp for students in grades K–8 in the coming school year. Participants will take part in an obstacle course, spend time on drills, and end the camp with a football version of kickball. Students will also have the opportunity to run through the tunnels with smoke, just as NCCU Eagle players do at the start of games.
Camp Coordinator
Claude Clayborne
[email protected]
(424) 283-0271
Dates of Camp
6/24/2026
Age Range of Participants
5–13 years old
Day Camp or Residential
Day
Join us for this high school football camp. Coaches will provide instruction and drill work, with a competition period at the end.
Camp Coordinator
Claude Clayborne
[email protected]
(424) 283-0271
Dates of Camp
6/26/2026
Age Range of Participants
14–19 years old
Day Camp or Residential
Day
Campers will be instructed by NCCU staff through a country fair format, followed by drill work. The camp will finish with competitive 1-on-1 and 2-on-2 activities for all positions.
Camp Coordinator
Claude Clayborne
[email protected]
(424) 283-0271
Dates of Camp
6/27/2026
Age Range of Participants
14–19 years old
Day Camp or Residential
Day
Contact Us
Wilder, Lauren
Early College Liaison, Director of Summer Experiential Learning
Provost
Shepard Administration Building, Room 306 
919-530-5216 Youth Programs and Campus Contact Information:
Email: [email protected]
For Compliance: [email protected]
Phone: 919-530-5216